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Easily grow fresh mushrooms right in your backyard with this beginner-friendly mushroom garden kit. All you need is a shaded outdoor spot, mulch, and regular watering.
Skill level: Beginner
Setup time: 15 to 30 minutes
Growing time: Varies by mushroom type
Ideal location: Outdoors, shaded area
Shelf life: Use by the grow-by date printed on the kit
1. Prepare the area
Lay down a layer of straw in a shaded outdoor space and soak it thoroughly.
2. Add inoculum
Evenly spread the mushroom spawn across the wet straw.
3. Cover and water
Add a layer of hardwood chips or more straw over the inoculum and keep the area moist.
Wine Cap (Stropharia rugosoannulata)
Known for its deep burgundy cap and nutty flavour, Wine Cap mushrooms grow well in garden beds and help break down mulch into rich soil.
Golden Wine Cap (Stropharia rugosoannulata var. lutea)
A lighter, golden-yellow variation of the Wine Cap, this species produces vibrant fruiting bodies and offers similar earthy taste and soil-enriching benefits.
Straw Shiitake (Lentinula edodes)Famous for its savoury, umami-rich taste, Straw Shiitake is ideal for garden beds and logs and thrives in moist, shaded conditions.
Pink Oyster (Pleurotus djamor)Fast-growing and visually striking, Pink Oyster mushrooms add colour and mild seafood-like flavour to your homegrown harvest.
Yellow Oyster (Pleurotus citrinopileatus)
Bright yellow and delicate, Yellow Oysters grow quickly and offer a light, slightly citrusy flavour when sautéed or stir-fried.
Warm White Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Ideal for warmer climates, this oyster mushroom variety is mild, tender, and excellent for beginners.
Tan Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Hardy and prolific, Tan Oysters thrive in outdoor beds and deliver a mild flavour with a slightly chewy texture.
Winter White Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus)
Suited for cooler weather, this variety grows well during the winter months and produces tender white clusters.
Field Blewit (Clitocybe nuda)
A cold-season mushroom with a distinctive lilac hue and rich, earthy aroma. Perfect for shaded garden beds in cooler months.
This kit offers a simple, cost-effective way to grow edible mushrooms without any special tools or prior experience. Ideal for shaded garden beds and backyard spaces, it helps you enjoy a sustainable supply of gourmet mushrooms at home.
